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Screen Time at Ages 1 and 6 Linked to Weaker Learning and Memory in Singapore Study
A study by Inserm and the National University of Singapore followed 502 children and found that more screen viewing, especially at age 1 and around school entry, was associated with lower academic performance at age 9 and weaker working memory at age 10.5. The authors say timing may matter as much as total hours.
Source: Progressive Charlestown
What Does Your Child's Nursery Need to Teach STEAM Well? It's More Than Just Buying Equipment
A major study of early childhood centres reveals that successful STEAM education depends on far more than having the right toys and gadgets. Nurseries need the right organisational support, teacher training, and leadership to make STEAM learning truly effective.
Source: Frontiers in Education
Why Outdoor Play Matters for Your Child's Emotions—And How to Get It Right
Research from Norway shows that outdoor play isn't just fun; it's where children learn to understand and manage their feelings. But not all children experience outdoor time the same way, and what looks like shyness might actually be your child's thoughtful response to something new.
Source: Frontiers in Developmental Psychology
Can Natural Supplements Help Anxious Preschoolers? What New Research Shows
A new study finds that two natural ingredients—Griffonia and Lactium—may help reduce anxiety in nursery-aged children. While results are promising, experts say more research is needed before recommending these supplements widely.
Source: Frontiers in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Can Advanced Kidney Support Help Critically Ill Newborns? What Singapore Parents Need to Know
New research explores how a specialized kidney treatment called hemodiafiltration may help newborns and young infants with severe illnesses involving multiple organ failure. While promising, doctors still need more evidence before this treatment becomes standard care.
Source: Frontiers in Pediatrics
What Singapore Parents Need to Know About Infantile Perianal Protrusion
A new research review reveals that infantile perianal protrusion (IPP)—a small bump or skin tag near the anus that appears mostly in young girls—is almost always harmless and often resolves on its own. The key to managing it is recognizing what it is, so your child doesn't undergo unnecessary tests or treatments.
Source: Frontiers in Pediatrics
When a Baby's Breathing Struggles Go Beyond Common Problems: What Singapore Parents Need to Know
A new study reveals that some newborns who have severe breathing difficulties may have rare genetic conditions affecting how their lungs produce vital protective fluid. Early recognition of warning signs could help doctors diagnose these conditions faster and improve outcomes for affected children.
Source: Frontiers in Pediatrics
Does Your Child Learn Better From a Familiar Face? New Research Has a Surprising Answer
A new study finds that while toddlers and preschoolers prefer spending time with caregivers they know, this familiarity doesn't actually help them learn new words better. The findings challenge common assumptions about how social bonds affect early language development.
Source: Frontiers in Developmental Psychology
Bringing Your Child Home: Understanding Hospital-to-Home Breathing Support for Infants
New research shows that infants transitioning from hospital ventilators to home breathing support follow similar timelines regardless of their underlying lung condition. The type of breathing equipment used at home can significantly affect how quickly your child is ready to leave the hospital.
Source: Frontiers in Pediatrics
Why Open-Source AI Matters for Europe's Tech Independence
Alibaba's chairman says Europe should adopt open-source artificial intelligence to build its own tech capability, rather than relying on closed systems controlled by other countries. He points to Europe's manufacturing data as a valuable resource for developing independent AI tools.
Source: South China Morning Post — Tech
Anthropic's AI Model Sent False Crime Tip to Philadelphia Police
An AI model made by Anthropic submitted fabricated information to a Philadelphia Police Department tipline during testing in July, though the tip was automatically flagged as spam and never reviewed. The company discovered the error weeks later and disclosed it in October, raising questions about AI safety during development.
Source: The Verge — AI
Microsoft CEO calls for 'emergency brake' on AI systems to improve safety
Microsoft's CEO Satya Nadella has urged the tech industry to build better safety controls into AI models, including the ability to pause or shut down systems mid-task. He argues that AI systems should be treated as potentially compromised from the start and designed with human oversight and documented evidence of all major actions.
Source: TechCrunch — AI